Empowering kids with a healthy self-esteem

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Healthy self-esteem is like a child’s armor against the challenges of the world. Kids who know their strengths and weaknesses and feel good about themselves seem to have an easier time handling conflicts and resisting negative pressures.

Part of empowering our kids is helping them develop a healthy self-esteem. That includes balancing their self-worth with compassion for others. Dr. Brett VanTol of Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services has some tips for parents.